Four medical
student research fellowships are available for 10-12 weeks of summer
research training in molecular and cell biology, biomechanics, coagulation
and thrombosis, and angiogenesis, with a focus on clinically relevant
problems such as atherogenesis, intimal hyperplasia, prosthetic/host
interactions and thrombosis. Trainees will pursue a program of intense
research activity. This training program is designed to provide medical
students with an initial exposure to vascular surgery research.

Students will carry out their research projects under the guidance
of a faculty advisor, selected form renowned vascular researchers based
at four Harvard Medical School hospitals: the Beth Israel Deaconess
Medical Center, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Children’s
Hospital (Boston), and the Joslin Diabetes Institute, as well as the
Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

Selection of trainees is based on candidates’ demonstrated ability.
Applicants should be medical students who have completed at least one
year of study at an LCME accredited school. Students have to be US citizens or Permanent Resident (green card holder).

Interested applicants are encouraged to submit a personal statement,
together with a curriculum vitae, dean/advisor or program director's
letter and two letters of recommendation. Selection is based on merit
only, without bias to gender, race, color, or ethnic origin.